When author Lisa Hammond followed her passion, she founded her own company, Femail Creations -- a woman-oriented catalog company that grew into a huge success. Lisa loved shopping, thus the mail-order catalog. Because she's passionate about women making their way in the world, Femail Creations features only items crafted by women artisans. In Dream Big Hammond details how she and her sister entrepreneurs followed their dreams and managed their fears to become happy and successful. Lisa shares the lessons they learned, the mistakes they made, and the fulfillment they attained. Dream Big reflects Lisa's inspirational personality and drive, as well as her belief in the power of women connecting with women -- from the artists whose products appear in Femail Creations to the women who buy those products. Dream Big is a virtual meeting place for women who want to live -- and work -- their dreams. By sharing parts of their stories and tips, the women who've done it lend a hand to those who still dream that "maybe someday..." Readers will find inspiration, as well as hard-nosed advice, about how to pursue their passion -- whether for business, creativity, family, or anything else -- in spite of fear and inevitable missteps. Chapters include: "Permission to Dream," "Facing Fears," "Attempting the Impossible," "Owning Our Power," "Trusting Our Guts," "Persistence is Omnipotent," and "Never Too Late." Dream Big shows women that the first step isn't writing a business plan -- it's listening to yourself and taking your turn; it's managing your life from the heart with a "femail" touch. Hammond, who's known to her thousands of customers, friends, and family as the Barefoot CEO, didn't do things conventionally. That makes for hilarious stories, heart-stopping inspiration, and roll-up-your sleeves tips -- a blueprint in action for their dreams.
Encouraging Quotes to Help You Reach Your Dreams Your dreams are within reach—and this pack of positive words by Lisa Hammond will remind you of that. Following the success of her book, Dream Big, Hammond is back to bring you even more inspiration and insight. Wisdom from the greats. Believing in ourselves, and our dreams, is easier said than done. But it IS possible to make them a reality. Founder and CEO of Femail Creations Lisa Hammond knows this firsthand. Sometimes, all we need is a little push or a little nugget of wisdom to help us along our journey. With each card, we are reminded of just how close to our dreams we are. Not only that, but along with each famous quote, Hammond provides ideas or “stepping stones” for how to get closer to achieving our dreams. Listen to your heart. At the end of the day, the only person who can hold you accountable for making your dreams come true is YOU. And by keeping this deck close, you’ll be reminded of just how capable and courageous you are. Pick up a card when you’re feeling discouraged or depleted, and they’ll give you the boost of motivation you need to turn back to fulfilling your life’s mission. When you remember to stop and listen to your heart, you’ll see that you have what it takes to chase your dreams. Dive into this deck and find: Over 40 cards filled with words of affirmation Advice from inspirational figures such as Gertrude Stein, Barbara Walters, George Eliot, and many more Reminders to dream big and follow your heart If you enjoyed books like Power Thought Cards; How to Love Yourself Cards; Affirmators! at Work Deck; or She Believed She Could, So She Did; then you’ll love Stepping Stones.
Women today face more challenges than ever accompanied by feelings of being overwhelmed and spread much too thin. More and more of us are raising our hands and speaking up, telling the truth about how we feel. And as we do, other women are saying, "Me, too! Oh, thank Goodness I'm not the only one!" Oh Thank Goodness, It's Not Just Me! is like sitting down with Lisa and BJ over a cup of coffee, and connecting with the heart and soul of what it means to be a woman. A delightful read full of stories of every day events that you may think only happens to you...but guess what - they don't! This eBook will make you laugh, think and appreciate all the women in your life. A great gift to give to all your female friends. Lisa Hammond and BJ Gallagher are two very talented writers who have written over 30 books collectively. This one is a classic that women around the world will enjoy and appreciate. Lisa said it best..."This book is a celebration of the circle of strength women share the common experience in all of our lives. The undeniable fact is that there is comfort and reassurance in knowing we're not alone.
The Best Journal for Thought Provoking Questions The Permission to Dream Journal is designed to embolden you to achieve your dreams. These thought provoking questions unlock your inner voice and guide you in manifesting your ultimate dream life. Unlock your inner voice. This guided journal helps you find your voice through emotional journaling. Build your confidence with journal prompts specifically designed to spark the creativity within you. Live your dreams out loud. These thought provoking questions are surrounded by inspirational quotes and affirmations to empower you to think deeply and set a clear intention for the type of lifestyle you want to lead. Enjoy quotes from powerful women like Oprah Winfrey, Dolly Parton, Helen Keller, and Eleanor Roosevelt. These inspirational quotes give you the boost you need to take the manifestation of your goals seriously. Grab a copy for all the ladies in your life—this is the perfect gift for women! Inside, find: Thought provoking questions to get you excited about your future Writing tips to encourage your inner voice to break free Blank pages for collages, affirmations, and your intentions If you liked Self-Care Check-In, The Self Love Journal, or Let That Sh*t Go, you’ll love the Permission to Dream Journal.
Best mates Lisa and Rachael are making a new show almost a decade after they created their first piece together. Back then they had no idea where to start so they went onto the streets and asked the public. What story should they tell? What characters should they play? When they saw Lisa in a wheelchair and Rachael not, what the public said was funny, jaw-dropping and ultimately heartbreaking. They made a show about it. It was called No Idea. Now people say the world has changed and things are looking up. There are more disabled people in the mainstream media, Lisa landed a big part on TV and disabled mates are getting regular auditions – happy days. So what kind of exciting stories are the TV professionals dreaming up for them? Still No Idea is the whole story (so far): the British public, the professional writers, the TV execs. Part verbatim theatre, part improv, part comedy sketch show, this is a raucous and mischievous exposé of good intentions gone bad and how sometimes no matter how hard we try, we still have absolutely no idea.
Mother Teresa said, "To keep a lamp burning, we have to keep putting oil in it." Most women are so busy filling the lamps of the people they love that they let their own lamps run low. They spend so much time and energy taking care of their children, husbands, aging parents, friends, neighbors, bosses, coworkers, and others, that they often neglect themselves. Awareness is the first step toward solving a problem. So the first section of this book is devoted to helping us acknowledge the problem and understand the reasons for it. Chapter 1 looks at how girls are socialized, growing up to be women who put others first. Chapter 2 examines the values women have adopted in the past 50 years, beginning with the feminist movement - leading us to believe that we can have it all - all at once. And Chapter 3 explores the corresponding myth that we can DO it all.
Multiple sclerosis is a debilitating disease that has long been regarded almost beyond the possibility of successful treatment. For many patients a diagnosis of MS has meant the end of a normally functioning life. Not any longer. Celeste Pepe was a vigorous 42, a busy chiropractor and naturopath, when she got an MS diagnosis. What does an expert in alternative medicine do when she gets seriously ill? Dr. Pepe realized it was time to put her deep belief in alternative medicine to the test. She resolved to find and employ effective natural ways to reverse this condition and restore her health. She did, and her multiple sclerosis is now a thing of the past. Dr. Pepe's remarkable healing odyssey took her through many disciplines, theories, and practices in the world of natural medicine, and into the depths of her own body and mind. In the end, she distilled her successful treatment into a program that any MS patient can follow to restore health. She explains this with clarity, medical precision and a strong measure of encouragement. Using her own healing experience, Dr. Pepe explains the steps that can help the MS patient turn the corner on this disease: detailed nutrient testing and fortification, bee venom treatment, allergy testing and dietary changes, personally tailored nutritional plans, the use of specialized supplements, chelation therapy, regular exercise, and the replacement of mercury amalgam dental fillings. "I truly believe that if you diligently apply these healing protocols, which I have learned, you will no longer be known as an 'MS victim,'" says Dr. Pepe.
First Published in 2002. Advanced technologies challenge conventional understandings of the human subject by transforming the body into a conduit between external forces and the internal psyche. This title discusses the intense controversy about how to best understand and represent human subjectivity in a technology-intensive era. Yaszek provides an overview by linking specific modes of identity and agency to engagement with specific manifestations of technology itself.
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